Fire prevention

National Fire Sprinkler Association Supports National Fire Service Initiatives

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onsdag, oktober 11, 2023
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Linthicum Heights, MD, Oct. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Fire Sprinkler Association is proud to support and partner with other national fire service organizations in support of national initiatives.

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  • Linthicum Heights, MD, Oct. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Fire Sprinkler Association is proud to support and partner with other national fire service organizations in support of national initiatives.
  • “We are happy to support and be involved in so many positive national fire initiatives, this week’s Summit on Fire Prevention and Control brought together national leaders to share about so many important issues affecting us all,” stated Shane Ray, NFSA President and Congressional Fire Service Institute board member.
  • WHO:   This event is hosted by the Congressional Fire Services Institute, International Association of Fire Chiefs, International Association of Fire Fighters, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, National Fire Protection Association, and National Volunteer Fire Council.
  • Even while they protect their communities from an ever-increasing range of hazards, firefighters face physical and mental health challenges due to their service.

Interplay Learning Announces the Release of Hotel Maintenance Training Designed to Help Hotel Brands & Management Companies Train and Upskill a Top Crew of Hotel Building Engineers

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tisdag, januari 24, 2023
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With Interplay, teams can practice in a safe, risk-free environment and gain the critical knowledge necessary to get the job done right the first time.

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  • With Interplay, teams can practice in a safe, risk-free environment and gain the critical knowledge necessary to get the job done right the first time.
  • "The skilled labor shortage is a problem that will only continue to grow - especially when it comes to hotel and facilities maintenance," said Doug Donovan, CEO of Interplay Learning.
  • "When it comes to recruiting and retaining talent, Interplay's Hospitality catalog gives hotel brands and management companies a competitive edge - offering greater flexibility to build and upskill a high-performing team of building engineers.
  • By offering a one-stop-shop for effective, efficient, and affordable skilled trades training, managers will be able to attract and retain the next generation of hotel building engineers.

The Mollie Biggane Melanoma Foundation Partners with Fort Worth Fire Department To Raise Skin Cancer Awareness

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torsdag, juli 21, 2022
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GARDEN CITY, N.Y., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Emulating FDNY's (the largest metropolitan fire fighter community in the United States) successful partnership with the Mollie Biggane Melanoma Foundation, FWFD launched their skin cancer prevention program on July 25th.

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  • GARDEN CITY, N.Y., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Emulating FDNY's (the largest metropolitan fire fighter community in the United States) successful partnership with the Mollie Biggane Melanoma Foundation, FWFD launched their skin cancer prevention program on July 25th.
  • There is no better place to bring skin cancer awareness to firefighters."
  • "We appreciate the impactful work of Mollie's Fund to help our firefighters to be safe from skin cancer."
  • Visit www.molliesfund.org for more information on this project and how you can prevent skin cancer.

Rave Mobile Safety Unveils the Enhanced Rave Platform to Unify the Critical Response and Collaboration Experience

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tisdag, september 21, 2021
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Rave Mobile Safety (Rave), the leading provider of the critical communication and collaboration platform over 8,000 customers count on when it matters most , today announced the new Rave Platform experience, which centralizes critical response and collaboration functions in a single unified interface to streamline communication, coordination and task management during time-critical events.

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  • Rave Mobile Safety (Rave), the leading provider of the critical communication and collaboration platform over 8,000 customers count on when it matters most , today announced the new Rave Platform experience, which centralizes critical response and collaboration functions in a single unified interface to streamline communication, coordination and task management during time-critical events.
  • As the industrys only comprehensive safety platform, Rave enables those tasked with protecting their communities with the ability to address the challenges of critical communications, incident collaboration, safety and protection and 9-1-1 response holistically.
  • The platform eliminates the need for separate interfaces for different solutions, and improves the visibility of capabilities across Raves critical communication and collaboration tools.
  • Rave Mobile Safety is the leading provider of critical communication and collaboration technology used to save lives, manage crisis incidents and increase resiliency.

United Rotorcraft - Division of Fire Prevention and Control FIREHAWK® Colorado secures contract for procurement of state-of-the art firefighting helicopter

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måndag, augusti 16, 2021
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DENVER, CO., Aug. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) announced today the signing of a contract with United Rotorcraft, a division of Air Methods Corporation, to complete and deliver a Sikorsky S70i FIREHAWK helicopter.

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  • DENVER, CO., Aug. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) announced today the signing of a contract with United Rotorcraft, a division of Air Methods Corporation, to complete and deliver a Sikorsky S70i FIREHAWK helicopter.
  • Larry Alexandre, President of United Rotorcraft, adds, We are incredibly proud to be the exclusive completion center for the FIREHAWK helicopter, and even more proud to deliver one to our home state.
  • With its multi-mission capabilities, this helicopter is able to be used across a plethora of missions within Colorado.
  • For more information on the FIREHAWK aircraft and/or United Rotorcraft, please contact [email protected], or Ramy Nasralla at [email protected] .

SDG&E Announces Wildfire Safety And Resiliency Advancements For 2021 Wildfire Season

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tisdag, augusti 3, 2021
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SAN DIEGO, Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E), a recognized industry leader in wildfire safety, unveiled its wildfire mitigation and resiliency advancements inpreparation forthis year's wildfire season.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E), a recognized industry leader in wildfire safety, unveiled its wildfire mitigation and resiliency advancements inpreparation forthis year's wildfire season.
  • In addition to building regional resiliency, this year's growth in clean technology also contributes to the company's sustainability goals.
  • A wildfire risk analysis report published this year by the California Public UtilitiesCommissions Safety and Enforcement Division and conducted byTechnosylvaInc.
  • In addition to Public Safety Power Shutoffsand robust wildfire mitigation programs,advanced clean technology is a critical component of SDG&E's resiliency efforts throughout the High Fire-Threat District (HFTD).

OTC: ILUS, ILUS International (Ilustrato Pictures International Inc), Shares with Investors Its Upcoming Plans and Existing Technology for Combatting Wildfires and Its Associated Acquisition and Distribution Strategy

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måndag, augusti 2, 2021
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In its weekly Shareholder Q&A, ILUS responded to Shareholder questions regarding the use of ILUS technology for wildfire management.

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  • In its weekly Shareholder Q&A, ILUS responded to Shareholder questions regarding the use of ILUS technology for wildfire management.
  • The company confirmed that it has existing technology in place to form part of a coordinated and efficient wildfire response strategy.
  • ILUS summarises its strategy for wildfire management as follows:
    Prevention: The company is currently looking at technology solutions which assist in the prevention of wildfires.
  • Nick Link, ILUS CEO, stated that, We already possess phenomenal technology that provides valuable tools for firefighters when fighting wildfires.

CN to Engage with Communities for the Development of its Interim Extreme Weather Plan

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torsdag, juli 29, 2021
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MONTREAL, July 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) announced today that it is seeking comments regarding its Interim Extreme Weather Fire Plan.

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  • MONTREAL, July 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) announced today that it is seeking comments regarding its Interim Extreme Weather Fire Plan.
  • The Plan presents measures to increase prevention, monitoring and response to wildfire risks when the fire danger level for a given area is extreme.
  • These measures will supplement existing practices and allow CN to serve our customers while protecting neighbouring communities.
  • It is also a shared responsibility, which is why CN is seeking the input of local communities and governments, including Indigenous Governments or other Indigenous Governing bodies on its Plan.

Wildfire Beware! Stay Safe & Protect Your Home & Family As This Year's Wildfire Season Gets Underway

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fredag, juli 30, 2021
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Each year brings the risk of wildfireespecially from late summer through fallacross the United States, and this year's season has already begun.

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  • Each year brings the risk of wildfireespecially from late summer through fallacross the United States, and this year's season has already begun.
  • As one of the worst fire seasons on record, the 2020 fire season burned more than 10 million acres combined.
  • To protect themselves and their properties from damage, homeowners can follow the seven-step checklist below to help protect their homes and property by using basic prevention techniques.
  • Wildfire Defense Systems monitors wildfires primarily throughout the western United States to determine if specific insured properties are, or will be, threatened.

Prepare for Wildfire Now, Warns FireSmart BC

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onsdag, juli 28, 2021
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Victoria, BC, July 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The BC FireSmart Committee is declaring that all British Columbians need to prioritize wildfire preparedness, now.

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  • Victoria, BC, July 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The BC FireSmart Committee is declaring that all British Columbians need to prioritize wildfire preparedness, now.
  • In response to the escalating wildfire situation, FireSmart BC has consolidated critical wildfire information and resources at Firesmartbc.ca and launched a wildfire preparedness campaign.
  • Fire moves fast, says Kelsey Winter, FireSmart BC program lead and chair of the BC FireSmart Committee.
  • The BC FireSmart Committee membership includes the BC Wildfire Service, the Office of the Fire Commissioner, the Union of B.C.